There are those who avoid eating certain foods, such as certain types of fruits, for fear of “heavy” calories, especially those who follow weight-loss diets. But the truth is that a healthy diet, even if it aims to burn fat, needs diversity and being guided by what is natural. This is where good examples come in, like avocado.
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“Including fruit in your evening meals can be a smart strategy for those looking to lose weight healthily. Although many people associate fruit only with breakfast or snacks, there is one in particular that is gaining importance when it comes to losing weight at night: avocados,” says Juliana Andrade, a registered dietitian at the Nutrition Research Center. Capitals.
Why does eating this fruit for dinner help you burn fat and lose weight?
The food expert reveals that the green material with soft pulp is rich in good fats, especially oleic acid (the same found in olive oil). This helps prolong the period of satiety, and avoid snacking during the night or overeating during the early hours of the morning. The expert adds: “Its nutrients contribute to hormonal balance and blood glucose control, two factors that directly affect the metabolism and fat burning process.”
First, she recommends focusing on eating moderate amounts, such as two tablespoons or half a piece of fruit. To improve this, combine it with a lean protein source, such as eggs or natural yogurt. “Another practical option is traditional avocado whipped cream with lemon and a little cinnamon, which also helps regulate blood sugar,” he says.
If you’re still not convinced, Juliana also knows that avocados contain a lot of magnesium and tryptophan in their composition.
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These powerful nutrients help produce the hormones serotonin and melatonin associated with relaxation and good rest.
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In other words: Including avocados in your dinner not only helps you lose weight, but also improves sleep, another crucial factor for health and weight control.
Acerola contains fiber that increases digestion time, controlling hunger throughout the day.
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If the topic at hand is collagen production and its relationship to food, many people immediately think of meat and its animal derivatives. But there are many plant foods that help produce this protein. Even fruits can help in this regard, and acerola is one of them.
Very rich in vitamin C, the orange-colored fruit may be small in size, but it becomes huge if evaluated from the point of view of well-being and health. “It can contain up to 40 times more vitamin C than oranges,” Juliana Andrade tells Vida&Estilo editors. “This nutrient is essential because it is involved in the body’s natural synthesis of collagen, a protein that supports the skin, helps heal, and maintains healthy bones and joints.”
The ideal, as the expert knows, is to eat pure acerola. However, you can also include it in your routine through juice, smoothies, jelly (prefer naturally sweetened options), and even in desserts. The good thing is that when frozen it does not lose its properties and can help provide the necessary support for collagen production.
“Although nutritional supplements may play a role in certain cases, investing in a varied diet rich in fresh fruits remains the most practical, easy and natural way to take care of collagen and health as a whole,” highlights Juliana.
Find out more: Cheap, low-calorie fruits help control excess fat in the liver
With the advent of December, it is not uncommon to find people interested in losing weight and improving their health indicators. Did you know that there is a fruit widespread in Brazilian homes that helps not only in weight loss, but also in controlling liver fat? It’s about the apple.
Practical, easy to take anywhere and ideal for a series of recipes, the red fruit has great properties if the idea is to keep your body in good shape, from the inside out.
“A simple and effective way to help your liver recover is to choose low-calorie fruits that are rich in fiber, antioxidants and low in free sugar. Among them, apples stand out: Eating apples is often associated with a lower risk of fatty liver disease,” teaches Juliana Andrade.